What the Raiders Are REALLY Building on Defense

What did free agency just reveal about the Raiders’ defense?In this episode of the Silver & Black Sports Network Podcast, Jesse Merrick is joined by Cody Alexander (MatchQuarters.com) to break down what the Raiders’ offseason moves tell us about Rob Leonard’s vision for this defense.This isn’t just a recap…It’s about understanding what the Raiders are actually building.🧠 In this episode:• What the Raiders’ free agency moves reveal• How adding Taron Johnson changes the defense• Why three-safety looks are taking over the NFL• The missing piece the Raiders still need in the secondary• Why the “3-4 defense” talk is being misunderstood• What this means for their defensive line strategy• Do the Raiders even need a true nose tackle?Free agency gave us clues…Now we’re connecting the dots.👇 QUESTION FOR RAIDER NATIONWhat do YOU think the Raiders are building on defense?CHAPTERS00:00 Analyzing the Raiders' Defensive Moves04:53 Taron Johnson's Role and Impact07:45 Defensive Schemes: Nickel vs. Base Defense10:50 The Importance of Versatile Safeties13:52 Drafting Hybrid Safeties for the Future16:37 Front Seven Dynamics and Player Rotations27:18 Defensive Strategies and Player Utilization31:51 The Impact of New Linebacker Signings37:20 Understanding the Role of a True Nose Tackle40:53 Drafting for Defensive Needs45:53 Future Defensive Strategies and Player Development📺 Subscribe for more Raiders coverageSilver & Black Sports Network📰 FREE Raiders Newsletterhttps://SilverAndBlackSportsNetwork.com📲 Follow SBSN:X: https://twitter.com/JesseSBSNInstagram: https://instagram.com/SilverAndBlackSportsNetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@silverandblacksportsnetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563125927573See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.